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Kermit

Male · Young · 2 years

Kermit is looking for an active home with a secure garden where he can burn off his energy and continue exploring the world around him. Daily walks and plenty of playtime are essential to keep him happy and fulfilled. He is not currently housetrained, so his new family will need to be patient and committed to helping him learn. As he loves being with people, any time spent alone will need to be introduced gradually to help him settle into his new home. If you're looking for a cheerful, affectionate companion who will bring lots of fun and excitement to your days, Kermit could be the perfect match. Kermit is a fun-loving, friendly two-year-old Tibetan Terrier with a big personality and an even bigger love for people. He greets everyone he meets with a waggy, playful enthusiasm and still has plenty of puppy-like charm. Whether he's exploring new scents on a walk, playing fetch, or proudly showing off his favourite toys, Kermit is always ready for his next adventure. He enjoys being around people and loves plenty of attention and affection. He could happily live with another playful dog who enjoys a similar style of interaction, and he can also live with primary school-aged children who are confident around a bouncy, energetic dog.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇬🇧Wickford
Shelter
Dogs Trust Basildon
Living with Kermit
  • House-trained
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust Basildon · Wickford

Listed 3 days ago

Bringing Kermit home

What you'll need for Kermit in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Kermit

What life with Kermit looks like

Kermit is a large young adult dog waiting at Dogs Trust Basildon in Wickford.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇬🇧Adopting from United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

Wickford, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Kermit, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Kermit?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Dogs Trust Basildon handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Kermit on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Kermit if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Dogs Trust Basildon will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Kermit already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Kermit isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Dogs Trust Basildon early rather than rehoming privately; they know Kermit and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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